Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Junior Sister/Charge Nurse The closing date is 08 December 2025 Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust and are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity. Before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust. Secondments can't be agreed without this approval. We are seeking an enthusiastic nurse aiming to further develop their clinical skills in Cath Labs, with recent experience of working in an acute Cath Lab setting. The job can be physically demanding and you must be able to stand for long periods in the lab wearing lead protection. Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. Working alongside the current Band 6 and Band 7 team you will help mould the future development of the service to include of 24/7 primary PCI, complex structural and complex EP work. The role will involve participation in the 24/7 Primary PCI service with an on‑call commitment. You will join our team of experienced nurses working in our catheterisation labs. The clinical environment can be challenging and rapidly changing with high acuity patients. The nursing staff work closely alongside the multidisciplinary team to provide high standards of evidence‑based care. There is a strong focus on developing clinical practice and professional development and contribute to a research culture within the nursing team to identify current knowledge and deliver evidence‑based care. Training will be provided, and further academic study is encouraged and supported. Main duties of the job Competent in ECG recognition ILS provider Intravenous cannulation Administration of medication and treatments within Procedures for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication Guidelines Administration and management of conscious sedation. Enhanced levels of manual dexterity and accuracy pertaining to clinical skills Competence in providing second operator role in cardiac catheterisation and coronary angioplasty Participation in PCI (Primary Coronary Intervention) on call service. Effective communication skills, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately and maintain confidentiality Ability to recognise deteriorating patients and elevate or support accordingly Enhanced IT skills About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.Candidate Pack Job responsibilities We are one of the largest Cath Lab Centres in the UK, and have a reputation worldwide for clinical, teaching and research excellence. The Cardiac Catheter Laboratory is part of a tertiary centre, which incorporates an extensive referral area, offering a 24 hour Primary Myocardial Infarction service. The Cath labs consists of 3 Cath Labs, 1 hybrid theatre and has been steadily expanding over the years achieving a high profile within the organisation due to the provision of excellent standards of patient care and the delivery of a world class service. We provide a wide range of invasive and non-invasive procedures. Competent in ECG recognition ILS provider Intravenous cannulation Administration of medication and treatments within Procedures for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication Guidelines Administration and management of conscious sedation. Enhanced levels of manual dexterity and accuracy pertaining to clinical skills Competence in providing second operator role in cardiac catheterisation and coronary angioplasty Participation in PCI (Primary Coronary Intervention) on call service. Effective communication skills, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately and maintain confidentiality Ability to recognise deteriorating patients and elevate or support accordingly Enhanced IT skills Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role‑specific criteria. Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Substantial experience as a Band 5 in Cardiac Catheter Labs Immediate Life Support Provider Evidence of continuing professional development Knowledge Evident of Management Role Experience of second operator/scrub role for interventional cardiology and pacing procedures. Ability to contribute to Primary PCI on call rota Previous experience of Cath Lab co‑ordinator Experience of Carecube Commitment to further education Relevant clinical skills to include ECG interpretation, Cannulation, drug administration, ILS, management of conscious sedation Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) £38,682 to £46,580 a yearper annum pro rata #J-18808-Ljbffr